It's the drag battle we've been eagerly awaiting: the fastest, latest, best optimized product from Tesla against Porsche's fastest, quietest people carrier. Though these two heavyweights might seem sterile to some, they both offer the well-heeled consumer a level of torque, response, and stick that's unrivaled and cannot be ignored. Unless they've …
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Can Porsche’s 911 Turbo S Dethrone the Taycan Turbo S as Drag King?
As the groundbreaking Taycan Turbo S has unofficially been declared as the world's drag king, it's only fair it's stacked against one of the strongest members of the petroleum-powered opposition. Both cars are as powerful as they are heavy, and the stats supplied by Porsche places them in close competition. However, we're all familiar with the …
Continue to the full articleRWD Taycan Promises Better Range, Lower Price
Thanks to Elektrek for the find. If a mild sacrifice in performance doesn't dissuade you from Taycan ownership, the latest model sibling may tempt you. The Taycan base model, though lacking a driven front axle and the warp-drive function of the Taycan Turbo S, does offer significant savings and better fuel economy. Just announced yesterday by …
Continue to the full articleTouring Thailand’s Curves in a Taycan Turbo S
Whether negotiating the sinuous ribbons of surprisingly smooth tarmac in the highlands or cruising the beach-hugging roads in the south, Thailand's varied landscape offer just about everything an experienced road tripper seeks. These were the picturesque strips of asphalt enjoyed by Porschephile and publisher of Curves, Stegan Bogner. …
Continue to the full articleTwo Giants of Comedy Exchange Quips in a Taycan Turbo S
When Jay Leno features a new vehicle on his YouTube channel, it's usually accompanied by an enthusiastic owner or company representative guiding the host through the various features and functions. Leno's interest in the vehicle and humorous interjections help balance the bland or occasionally obsequious guests; he is the man with the showbiz …
Continue to the full articleWhat Sets The Taycan Turbo S Apart From The Taycan Turbo?
Okay, has it been long enough that we can stop worrying about Porsche calling the Taycan a "turbo" even though electric cars obviously don't have turbochargers yet? It's obvious that Porsche is using the word as a marketing buzzword to let people know that these are the fast ones. While I'm not going to say that it's okay, I think I'm done arguing …
Continue to the full articleChris Harris Smokes Tires in the Taycan Turbo S
https://youtu.be/sUmc1JjKUis Though it may weigh a few pounds more than five thousand, it is still a proper Porsche. Compact yet brawny, and imposing, this Taycan Turbo S is a startlingly quick car that performs as, well, a Porsche should. Repeatable launches, muscle-straining acceleration, and a rigid platform that dances like something half …
Continue to the full articleJay Leno Gets His Hands on the Taycan Turbo S
With as much as 760 horsepower and 774 lb-ft of torque, the sleek and understated Taycan Turbo S could be called a sleeper. With four-wheel drive and a clever transmission to make the most out of the two electric motors' output, the Taycan Turbo S is absurdly fast. In fact, it's now Porsche's fastest accelerating road car—and it can seat four …
Continue to the full articleThe 2020 Porsche Taycan Turbo S Is A Crystal Ball To The Future Of Porsche
The Taycan is a seer, of sorts. As I sit down to the table with this car, it begs me to peer into its orbuculum for a glimpse of Porsches yet to come. The next decade of Porsche development is perhaps the most important the company has ever faced. Everyone in the automotive industry is pretty certain that battery electric is the future, but is …
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